Safeguarding, Safety & Governance
At Honeybunch Community CIC, the safety, wellbeing and dignity of every woman, child, volunteer and member of our community is our highest priority.
We are committed to creating safe, welcoming and inclusive environments where everyone feels respected, supported and protected, whether attending our sessions, community events or engaging with us online.
🛡️ Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk.
All directors, staff and volunteers follow our safeguarding policies and procedures, which are aligned with current legislation and best practice. All safeguarding concerns are taken seriously, responded to promptly and managed confidentially in accordance with statutory guidance.
👥 Our Safeguarding Team
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Cadi is our Designated Safeguarding Lead. She is a qualified Mental Health Nurse with many years of experience working across community, hospital and mental health settings. Her extensive professional and lived experience helps ensure the wellbeing and safety of everyone who engages with Honeybunch.
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Malieka is our Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and a qualified, registered Social Worker with extensive experience supporting children, families and vulnerable adults.
Additional Safeguarding Support
Our Founding Director, Denita, has completed safeguarding training and works closely with our safeguarding team to ensure safe practices are embedded across all Honeybunch activities.
Our Health & Community Wellbeing Director, Sheniece is also a qualified and registered Social Worker with over 14 years' professional experience, providing additional expertise in safeguarding, family support and community wellbeing.
Together, our leadership team brings significant experience across health, mental health, social care and community services, ensuring safeguarding remains at the heart of everything we do.
🚩 Reporting a Safeguarding Concern
If you have a safeguarding concern, please speak to a member of the Honeybunch team as soon as possible.
Concerns can be raised:
- In person with a member of our team
- By emailing safeguarding@honeybunch.org.uk
- Via our confidential Safeguarding Reporting Form (available on request)
Emails marked "Safeguarding Concern" are directed immediately to our Designated Safeguarding Lead.
Where there is an immediate risk of harm, concerns will be referred to the appropriate safeguarding agencies or emergency services without delay.
🔒 Data Protection & Privacy
We are committed to protecting your personal information and comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
We only collect information that is necessary to provide our services, communicate with you and fulfil our legal responsibilities. Personal information is stored securely and is never shared without consent unless required by law or where there are safeguarding concerns.
You have the right to request access to, amend or delete your personal information.
Our Privacy Notice is available on our website, and our full Data Protection Policy is available on request by contacting hello@honeybunch.org.uk.
🌍 Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Honeybunch is committed to creating an inclusive community where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.
Discrimination, harassment or bullying will not be tolerated.
🌼 Accessibility
We want our services and information to be accessible to everyone.
If you require information in an alternative format or need additional support to attend one of our sessions or events, please contact us and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
💻 Online Safety
We are committed to maintaining safe and respectful online spaces for our community.
This includes:
- Clear expectations for behaviour within our online communities.
- Appropriate boundaries for volunteers and community members.
- Guidance around sharing personal information and photographs.
- Procedures for reporting online concerns or inappropriate behaviour.
📸 Photography & Media
We love celebrating our community while respecting everyone's privacy.
Before taking or using photographs or videos, we obtain appropriate consent and clearly explain how images may be used.
Participants can withdraw consent at any time, and all images are stored securely and used only in accordance with the permissions provided.
🤝 Code of Conduct
All Honeybunch directors, staff and volunteers are expected to:
- Maintain professional boundaries.
- Respect confidentiality.
- Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Treat everyone with dignity and respect.
- Report concerns promptly and appropriately.
- Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
💬 Feedback & Complaints
We welcome feedback as part of our commitment to continually improving our services.
If you have a concern, compliment or complaint, please contact us at hello@honeybunch.org.uk. All concerns are managed fairly, confidentially and in accordance with our Complaints Procedure.
📄 Policies
Our safeguarding, governance and organisational policies are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain up to date and reflect current legislation and best practice.
Copies of our policies are available on request by contacting hello@honeybunch.org.uk.
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